Chicken a la King
Chicken a la King is an old-fashioned classic that has stood the test of time.
This easy version of this saucy chicken favorite goes from prep to your table in under 30 minutes.
This easy version of this saucy chicken favorite goes from prep to your table in under 30 minutes.
Serves: 4
Cooking Time: 25 min
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, divided
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch chunks
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup (½ pint) heavy cream
- 1/2 medium-sized green bell pepper, diced
- 1 (2-ounce) jar chopped pimientos, drained
- 1 (4½-ounce) can whole mushrooms, drained
- 2 tablespoons dry sherry (optional)
Instructions
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Saute chicken for 5 to 6 minutes, or until no pink remains. Remove chicken from skillet; drain and set aside.
- Add remaining 6 tablespoons butter, the flour, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, whisking constantly until butter melts. Slowly add chicken broth and cream, and bring to a boil, whisking until smooth and thickened.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, return chicken to skillet, and add remaining ingredients.
- Simmer until heated through, stirring constantly.
Still my favorite dish ever except for lasanga of causes
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